This program aims to expand sales channels for businesses in Kumamoto City and contribute to the revitalization of the city's economy by subsidizing part of the necessary expenses for participating in exhibitions and similar events conducted by small businesses, small and medium-sized enterprises, or cooperatives and voluntary organizations primarily composed of small businesses and small and medium-sized enterprises.
Kumamoto City Exhibition Participation Support Subsidy (Round 2, FY2026)
October 8, 2026
Summary
Kumamoto City provides subsidies covering part of the necessary expenses for small businesses, small and medium-sized enterprises, and related organizations participating in exhibitions and similar events. The maximum subsidy is ¥200,000 at a rate of 1/2.
Key Information
| Location | Chuo, Higashi, Nishi, Minami, and Kita Wards, Kumamoto City, Kumamoto |
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| Opening Status | Open for Applications |
| Application Period | Oct 1, 2026 – Feb 12, 2027 |
| Max Subsidy Amount | ¥200,000 |
| Subsidy Rate | 1/2 |
| Purpose | Overseas expansion / regional revitalization and community development / sales channel development and expansion |
| Eligible Expenses | Exhibition and booth fees / production and development costs / travel expenses / accommodation expenses / rental fees |
| Eligible Applicants | Small and medium-sized enterprises / sole proprietors / cooperatives and organizations / small businesses |
| Implementing Agency | Kumamoto City |
| Official Page | https://www.city.kumamoto.jp/kiji00372965/index.html |